Are you passionate about helping Queenslander’s access training, jobs and new opportunities? We’re looking for a full-time Team Leader to join our North Coast team whose key role is responsible to lead a team to deliver regional services and programs to support workforce, training and skilling initiatives across the region.

Job details

In this role, you'll lead and support the delivery of government and departmental initiatives, with regional responsibility for the oversight, delivery and implementation of programs and activities at a regional level. Alongside your team, you'll work with employers, schools, training providers, industry, and community groups, visiting sites, answering questions, and providing support.

This is a chance to promote the benefits of training and employment, help people complete their studies, and support local businesses and communities. If you enjoy fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, translating policy direction into operational activities, supporting your team's growth and development, and contributing to the successful delivery of regional services and programs, we'd love to hear from you.

As the Team Leader, you will

• Manage programs that support the implementation of government and departmental initiatives, including regional responsibility for the oversight, delivery, and implementation of these programs, with a focus on training, skills, and employment.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to achieve regional and departmental priorities, while supporting regional service delivery in a dynamic environment. This includes setting work priorities and deadlines, managing performance, allocating workloads, and building team capability to deliver a high-quality service to the regional community.
• Engage with key stakeholders to promote department programs and initiatives and take a leadership role in establishing and maintaining local networking arrangements.
• Establish and maintain relationships and partnerships that enhance regional service delivery, drive increased participation in department programs, and support an inclusive and collaborative, whole-of-Government approach to job creation, workforce issues and vocational education and training (VET).

What we are looking for

The position requires an applicant who can:

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, with the ability to foster an outcomes focused workplace environment and culture of continuous improvement through effective communication, performance and capability development and flexible workplace management practices.
• Oversee the completion of programs and projects within agreed resource, time and budget constraints and take accountability to ensure outcomes and deliverables are achieved.

Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for.

How to apply

To apply, please specify your preferred location and submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:

• Your current resume
• Provide a covering letter (of one page/up to two pages) addressing the ‘What are we looking for' statements and telling us why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us.

Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.

We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Attachment A1 Applicant Information Package DTET 2025 (PDF, 783KB)
  
  
  681922 26 Role Description (Word, 301KB)